Due to the significant increase in COVID-19 infections in Tennessee, Governor Bill Lee has issued Executive Order No. 70, which limits the number of spectators at sporting events through January 19, 2021. This Order also means that bands, pep bands, cheerleaders, and dance teams may not attend athletic contests at this time. The TSSAA says only the attendees permitted at practices or games, in addition to the student-athletes on the team, are:
– Players’ parents or guardians and immediate household members;
– First Responders;
– Coaching and team personnel;
– School, game, and facility administrators;
– Athletics officials; and
– Media and athletic scouting personnel attending the event in their professional capacity.
Social distancing between persons from different households is required and the TSSAA COVID-19 Sports Regulations provision regarding the use of masks remains. Depending on particular school, facility, or community circumstances, school officials may require additional limitations on attendance.